Michelle Darmody: How to bake perfect zesty lemon slices

This recipe does have a knack to it.

Homemade Lemon Bars on a Cooling Rack

There squishy, zesty squares are an extremely popular treat. With their lightly crisp base and soft curdy topping they are both lush and beautifully flavoursome.

They are also deceptively rich, so you might find that dividing the tray into nine gives you slices that are a little too big for you or your guests. You can cut them much smaller if you wish.